I have always liked Black Cap. It is a real confidence builder that is located near Kearsarge North up Hurricane Mountain Road. Actually, the steepest part of this trip is the drive to the trailhead.

This hike has great views and you may extend it over to Cranmore and come down the ski trails once the ski season is over.

Also, Cranmore is one of my favorite hikes. My dad, who lives in North Conway, does this hike four times a week throughout the year and he is 84 years old this year. He likes to say that he has done the vertical equivalent of Mount Washington each week.

Good luck!